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What's in My Shelf, Day 3

 

What's up grils! I wanted to share a roundup of all the skincare I’ve been using the past couple of months. I picked these up at the end of March so it’s been just over two months of consistent testing. Since I love writing quick reviews, I'm gonna show one item every day. 

 

About Me

Skin type : Combo leaning dry

Skin concerns : Sensitivity, acne-prone, fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and large pores

Climate : Mildly humid spring weather, nothing too extreme

Quick note : All of these products are fragrance and essential oil free. If I mention a scent, I’m referring to the natural scent that sometimes comes with unscented formulas.

 

So, Today I'm gonna talk about COSRX Propolis Synergy Toner.

 

 

Rating : 3/5 Would Not Repurchase

 

Okay, so I do like this toner, just don’t love it. For me, the texture is a little on the sticky/tacky side, and on humid days or under makeup, it can feel a bit too heavy at least for a toner.

 

I’ve also tried the Beauty of Joseon Propolis Serum and honestly, I much prefer that one! The consistency is more comfortable, and I find the glow it gives lasts way longer than what I get from the COSRX toner.

 

As you can see from the bottle, I’ve barely made a dent as it’s not that it’s a bad product, I just don’t enjoy using it, so I usually only reach for it at night if I’m really in the mood. I think I’m just super picky about textures, and that’s why I wouldn’t repurchase it.

 

That said, for the price and how much product you get, I totally understand why it’s a fan favorite! It’s a solid option and something I’d still recommend, just personally, I’d always pick the BOJ serum first, haha.

 

If you miss out my last days, here they are :)

- Day 1 

- Day 2 

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    Influencer
    21 days ago
    I really wanted to like this toner too but the stickiness got to me after a while… Like it never fully dries down on my skin?? Ended up using it mostly on my neck 😅
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    Influencer
    21 days ago
    Texture was fine for me but it did pill when I layered my vitamin C over it… which was a bummer. Switched it to my PM routine only and it was better, but yeah, not obsessed.
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    Influencer
    21 days ago
    Definitely that stickiness is not for am routine.
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    Influencer
    21 days ago
    Same!! BOJ Propolis Serum >>>> this one.
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    Influencer
    21 days ago
    I bet
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    Influencer
    21 days ago
    Was just about to hit “add to cart” but now I’m hesitating 😬 Would you say this is better as a layering toner or just a one-step hydration step?
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    Influencer
    21 days ago
    I'd not suppose this is for layering. Rather it's the latter.
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    Influencer
    21 days ago
    Love this series! I'm also thinking of getting one and I don't know if I missed it but where did you get this?? It's everywhere but I feel like there's A LOT of fake products
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    Influencer
    21 days ago
    I got this in Amazon! The brand's official shop is on it. I'll drop the url here
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    Influencer
    21 days ago
    @Influencer https://www.amazon.com/COSRX-Propolis-Synergy-Korean-Paraben/dp/B089SCWPJR?th=1
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